Do I need a working wired doorbell to get a video doorbell?

No. Guardian Protection offers both a wired model and a battery-powered model. While both require Wi-Fi to operate, the battery-powered model requires no existing wiring. Optionally, add our doorbell chime if you do not have one or would like to have a second chime in an area of your home where you may not readily hear your doorbell. The chime has multi customizable tones and also pairs with a router to serve as a robust Wi-Fi extender.